Women are more prone to UTIs than men due to their anatomical structure. The infection is more often caused by bacteria but can be a result of fungi. It is often a result of some form of irritation to the urinary tract as a result of sex, as well as the use of a diaphragm, spermicide, lubricant jelly, and condoms.
Women may be more likely to have a UTI if they have a weakened immune system. This is why holding on to your bladder, or not drinking enough water, could increase your chances of a UTI, especially if you have had a UTI before.
Other factors that can cause a UTI to include:
🔸 Diabetes
🔸 Menopause, as estrogen levels change
🔸 Prolonged immobility
🔸 Prolonged use of urinary catheters
🔸 Urinary structure birth defects
🔸 Urinary tract obstructions or blockages such as kidney stones
Being pregnant isn’t a risk factor for UTIs but if you have one while pregnant, the risk of it affecting the kidneys is greater.
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